Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Arlington, VA

A Manufacturing Technician is a crucial part of the manufacturing industry, fulfilling a variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the efficiency and quality of production processes. They are typically tasked with maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, interpreting blueprints and schematics, and testing products for quality. They may also be involved in the research and development process, helping to design and implement new manufacturing methods and technologies.

Important skills for a Manufacturing Technician include mechanical and technical skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills. Familiarity with manufacturing software is often required, and knowledge of specific manufacturing technologies may be necessary depending on the industry. Certifications like the Manufacturing Technician certification (MT1) or Certified Production Technician (CPT) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Manufacturing Technician, an individual might have roles such as Production Operator, Assembly Technician, or Quality Control Inspector.

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Automotive Equipment Technician

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 hours ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power...

Equipment Technician

  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm is a private par-70, 7,107-yard championship golf course located in Potomac MD, just under 20 miles from the White House. The Club has hosted over 20 championships for...

Production Associate (Cylinder Loader)

  • Hyattsville, MD (9 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hyattsville, MD (9 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment. Loads cylinders on/off vehicles, using hand truck or chain hoist, and records type and quantity of cylinders....

Production Associate - Utility IV - 3rd Shift

  • Landover, MD (11 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Landover, MD (11 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Requisition Number: 195768 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Utility IV - 3rd Shift to support the Rental Division. This position is responsible for performing a variety...

(DoD SkillBridge) Manufacturing Technician 2

  • Beltsville, MD (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Beltsville, MD (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 6 days ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary...

Biomedical Equipment Technician

  • Arlington, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 8 days ago

Position Title Biomedical Equipment Technician Job Description Purpose & Scope: Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) provides clinical equipment services under the close supervision of...

Sign Maker or Graphic Production Specialist

  • Lorton, VA (15 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lorton, VA (15 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance **Position...

Equipment Assembly Technician - ATO

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities : Assemble discrete conveyor equipment by following DWF and assembly procedures. Responsible for final system assembly and testing of systems. Knowledgeable with hand/power tools,...

Manufacturing Technician 3

  • Lanham, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lanham, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician 3 Job Description Work in a manufacturing and production facility in the build and assembly of complex electronics boards for spaceflight/NASA applications....

Manufacturing Technician 2

  • Beltsville, MD (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Beltsville, MD (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Manufacturing Technician 2 US-MD - Beltsville Technical Fortune 500 Clients 1/29/2025 1:24:05 PM About Acro Acro Service Corp....

Senior Staff Manufacturing Planner

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 12 days ago

About Shield AI Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its flagship autonomy...

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)

  • Camp Springs, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Camp Springs, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Camp Springs, MD PROPOSAL Ability to obtain & maintain Secret Clearance* * US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain the clearance level stated above are required for this specific...

Print/Mail/Scan Production Associate - Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 14 days ago

About Xerox Holdings Corporation For more than 100 years, Xerox has continually redefined the workplace experience. Harnessing our leadership position in office and production print technology,...

Assembly Technician

  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 15 days ago

Details: Job Title: Assembly Technician Location: Chantilly, VA Zip Code: 20151 Start Date: Right Away Job Type: Contract - 4 months Pay Rate: Up to $26.96 /hr Shift: 1st shift 9/80 Keywords:...

Manufacturing Technician (Biotech)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 19 days ago

Manufacturing Technician (Biotech) Manufacturing Gaithersburg, MD, US Pay Rate Low: 22 | Pay Rate High: 24 Summary: Learn how to operate the bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment such as: single-use...

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Manufacturing Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Principles of Manufacturing
Learn the principles of manufacturing: process control, production flow, supply chain and basic finance, from the worlds #1 ranked Mechanical Engineering department. Develop the fundamental skills...
Manufacturing Systems I
Learn about manufacturing systems and ways to analyze them in terms of material flow and storage, information flow, capacities, and times and durations of events, especially random events. In this...
Manufacturing Systems II
Learn how to analyze manufacturing systems to optimize performance and control costs and better understand the flow of material and information. Manufacturing systems are complex systems that...

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Salary for Manufacturing Technician Jobs in Arlington, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Technicians in Arlington, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
7.4%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Manufacturing Technicians in Arlington, VA
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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